Plus, the zoo's 2024 schedule of conservation awareness days.
 
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🕳️ Potholes 101

How to report potholes in Chattanooga

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South Holtzclaw Avenue is in the process of being repaved and reconfigured. | Photo by Mayor Tim Kelly
Did you know that in 2023 the City of Chattanooga filled 18,000 potholes, cracks, and divots + resurfaced 70 miles of lanes? Hole-y moley, that’s a lot to be proud of, but there’s more work to be done.

Chattanooga is working to complete more road improvements in 2024 — for example, you may have seen the recent announcement of the repaving + reconfiguration of South Holtzclaw Avenue. It doesn’t stop there, residents can also have a hand in helping the city repair our roads.

NOOGAtoday | Map of Chattanooga with points that depict requests submitted by residents.

The points on the map represent other requests submitted by residents.

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Screenshot via CHATT311

How to report potholes in the city

Meet Chattanooga’s 311 Service Center. This is where folks can report city-related issues + make requests (online, by phone, email, or within the 311 app).
  • Step 1 | Click “Submit a request”
  • Step 2 | Scroll down the list to select “Roadways and Sidewalks”
  • Step 3 | Select “Potholes”
Once you arrive at this step, you will be prompted to answer a series of questions — the address (you can also drag a pin to the pothole’s location on the provided map), your phone number, if the pothole damaged your vehicle, etc. You can also include a photo with your report.

Submit your report and voilà — you’ve helped the city know of an issue that needs to be addressed. Note: Within the map, you’ll also be able to see reports from other residents that have been submitted, received, are in process, and completed.

How to report potholes in the county

County road repairs are filtered through the Highway Department. Folks can call the department at (423) 209-5050 or submit a report online.

You’ll select the Highway Department from the list of who you would like to contact + then include your name, email address, and the issue you’d like to report in the comments section. Once you submit the form, communications will resume via email.
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Events
Friday, Feb. 2
  • BHM: Night Market | Friday, Feb. 2 | 6-9 p.m. | The Chattery, 1800 Rossville Ave., Chattanooga | Free+ | Shop The Chattery’s second Night Market to celebrate Black History Month with local Black business owners + vendors.
Saturday, Feb. 3
  • Sweetheart Market | Saturday, Feb. 3 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Mountain Arts Community Center, 809 Kentucky Ave., Signal Mountain | Free+ | Shop from Valentine-themed treasures, sip on champagne, and listen to live music at this market.
  • Scotty McCreery | Saturday, Feb. 3 | 7 p.m. | Memorial Auditorium, 399 McCallie Ave., Chattanooga | $44.10-$93 | This country music star will play in the Scenic City on his “Cab in a Solo” tour in support of his most recent album, “Seasons Change.”
Sunday, Feb. 4
  • Rose-Making Workshop | Sunday, Feb. 4 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | MetalMakers Welding School, 1007 Taft Ave., Chattanooga | $165-$280 | Folks of all skill levels can learn how to make roses that will last forever.
Monday, Feb. 5
  • Game Nights at Castle Cafe | Monday, Feb. 5-Thursday, Feb. 8 | 5-8 p.m. | Ruby Falls, 1720 S. Scenic Hwy., Chattanooga | Free+ | Cozy up by the fireplaces with games and dinner during this new weekly initiative in February.
  • Black Professionals @ The Hunter | Monday, Feb. 5 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Hunter Museum of American Art, 10 Bluff View Ave., Chattanooga | Free, RSVP | At this month’s event, explore “Black is the Color” by Paul Stephen Benjamin + enjoy a live music performance by Swayyvo.
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News Notes
Development
  • It seems like The Bend development has gotten a new shipment. Urban Story Ventures has acquired the former “Leisure Lady” casino ship to now reside in the Tennessee River along the 120-acre site as an attraction. Bonus: Have a say in the future use of the ship.
Traffic
  • The closure on Hamill Road has been postponed to Monday, Feb. 5. Starting at 9 a.m., crews will close the Norfolk Southern Railroad grade crossings for track upgrades + rail replacement. Detours will be posted.
Civic
  • The Chattanooga Police Department recently announced the appointment of Keaira Turner as its new director of public affairs. Turner, who previously worked for the Birmingham Police Department, will use her expertise to enhance the communication between the department + residents. (Chattanoogan.com)
Cause
  • Local nonprofit Love’s Arm will partner with Brilliante Jeweler tomorrow, Feb. 3 for a “Love is in the Air” event at the shop, located at 1948 Northpoint Blvd. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., you can peruse the jewelry with light refreshments + raffle prizes to benefit the organization.
History
  • We are officially in Black History Month, and the Bessie Smith Cultural Center has a full lineup of programming for February. You can enjoy film screenings, a health panel discussion, a Black folk-art exhibit, and more as the center “promotes education, awareness, and appreciation of Black history and culture.”
Community
  • The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary of Chattanooga’s annual Flowers of Hope program will return on Friday, Feb. 16. This monthly gathering brings volunteers together to create flower arrangements to be sent throughout the community + will run through October.
Awards
  • The Chattanooga Football Club recently announced four new monthly community spotlight awards (think: community hero, teacher appreciation, local business + female student athlete). Nominate to share appreciation by hitting the “Development” and “Education” tabs.
Plan Ahead
  • Take a break from the cold temps and start planning for summer. Registration is now open for Creative Discovery Museum’s Summer Camps for kiddos. You can choose among four different programs based on your child’s age + needs. Learn more.
Announced
  • Congratulations to our survey winner, Rachel M., for winning $500! Thank you to everyone who took the time to take our survey. We’re excited to continue providing positive news and events in our free newsletter.
 
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🦒 Protecting animals with the zoo

Chattanooga Zoo releases 2024 schedule of conservation days

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Learn more about the zoo’s resident giraffes on World Giraffe Day. | Photo by @chattanoogazoo
The Chattanooga Zoo recently released its 2024 schedule of conservation awareness days. These days include ways to support SAFE (Saving Animals From Extinction) plans, SSPs (Species Survival Plans) + other local and global initiatives.

President and CEO of the Chattanooga Zoo Darde Long said the conservation + preservation of wildlife and their natural habitats are key aspects of the zoo’s mission.

“In celebrating SAFE days, which are created by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and other conservation initiatives, we hope to inspire a deeper connection between our community and a variety of amazing animals that need protection,” said Long.

Each event will feature special demonstrations, animal enrichment activities + educational displays. Note: The events are free to attend with regular zoo admission on Saturdays.
See the 2024 schedule
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I love seeing all the sweet treats + love-themed items that hit the menus in February. The rosé latte at Milk & Honey is on my must-try list. You can ask for it “to be made with love” to make it pink — how cute is that?
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